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Brenden Sherman presented a sensory board (Minds What Matter) to Mrs Niemerg’s class after working with the class for his Disability Awareness Merit Badge in 5th or 6th grade and enjoyed helping out. He decided he wanted to assist them in a way that would go beyond the current class,
The Jasper County Career Night and Job Fair is on Thursday! Check out this list of who will be there and plan to attend 6:30-8:00pm at the high school gym. Colleges: Lake Land College Lincoln Trail College Olney Central College Wabash Valley College Businesses: Alliance Tractor Sales Birkey’s Boilermakers Local
Sixth grade students, Michael Kennedy and Audrey Elliott, were chosen as recipients of the Illinois Principals Association Student Recognition Award. The pair were recognized on Wednesday, March 4 at the IPA Banquet held at the Holiday Restaurant in Olney. The two students were chosen for this award based on their
The Sainte Marie American Legion Post 932 Birthday Party in Sunday, March 22rd. Happy Hour is from 5-6 pm. Please RSVP by Sunday, March 15th to Ben Ochs or signup at the post home.
Monday night dances will be starting up at Ste. Marie on the 16th of March. The events will be held from 7 to 9 pm at the St. Mary’s Parish Center.
Post Office is hiring a part time rural carrier. This person would cover vacation and sick days and would need own personal vehicle to deliver mail. For more information contact the Newton Post Office 618-783-2013. Deadline to apply is 3/11/2020
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Jasper County Law Enforcement and the Newton VFW will be hosting the annual Shop with a Cop Fish Fry on March 13, 2020 from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Carry out is available. The cost is $8 for adult, $5 for kids under 12, and $12 for all fish. The
On April 26th, 2020, the Newton Junior Woman’s Club (NJWC) will host their 3rd Annual Prevent Child Abuse Superhero 5k Run/Walk and 1 mile Kid’s Fun Run. The event will take place at Peterson Park at the small pavilion. Packet Pick-up will begin at 1:30 with the event kicking off
These Saints were recognized for committing random acts of kindness during the month of February. We are thankful to Jackie Schackmann and The Freeze for the rewards to give these kind Saints!! (Photo and information provided by Jill Bierman)